WHEELING, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Samaritan’s Purse has deployed a disaster relief unit to northern West Virginia after flash floods caused severe damage and claimed multiple lives in the region.
Following days of torrential rainfall, flash flooding struck Ohio County, prompting a state of emergency.
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by LootpressSUMMERSVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Nicholas County Board of Education is currently accepting letters of interest and resumes from citizens interested in filling two vacant seats on the board.
The vacancies are the result of two recent resignations, and the appointed individuals will serve until July 30, 2026.
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by LootpressHINTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The City of Hinton is seeking qualified applicants for the position of City Manager, a key leadership role responsible for overseeing daily operations and implementing the policies of the City Council.
The City Manager serves as the Chief Executive Officer and leads all administrative functions of the city government.
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by LootpressBECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office is alerting residents about an ongoing phone scam involving individuals falsely claiming to represent the department.
According to officials, scammers have been contacting residents by phone or voicemail, claiming that the recipient owes fines and faces arrest if payment is not made immediately.
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by LootpressCHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS)— Digital Relativity (DR), a full-service marketing agency based in West Virginia, has been named to Inc. Magazine’s 2025 Best Workplaces list for the second consecutive year. The recognition highlights the company’s ongoing commitment to fostering a collaborative, innovative, and supportive workplace culture.
Founded in 2011, Digital Relativity is known for blending traditional and digital marketing strategies. The agency offers team members the flexibility to work
by LootpressWYOMING COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Wyoming County man is in jail after deputies say, he was in possession of child porn.
According to the Wyoming County Sheriff’s Department, on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, Sergeant Tyler Sizemore adopted an open child sexual abuse material case that has been ongoing since December of 2023.
During the investigation, Ronald Sinecoff, 51, used an iPhone 7, which had 23 digital images of underage male and female children being sexually abused and photographed.
by LootpressPRINCETON, WV (LOOTPRESS) — A Walmart employee in Mercer County is facing a felony embezzlement charge after being accused of loading over $1,500 onto prepaid debit cards using stolen lottery redemptions.
On April 2, 2025, around 10:30 a.m., Corporal N.J. Mason of the West Virginia State Police responded to the Walmart located at 201 Greasy Ridge Road in Princeton following a complaint from the store’s loss prevention team.
According to Walmart employees Jesse Otey and Tyler Wyatt, the alleged
by LootpressBECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) — The Exhibition Coal Mine and Youth Museum will host a West Virginia Day Celebration on Friday, June 20, 2025, offering a day of family-friendly fun, education, and entertainment. The free event will take place from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at New River Park, located at 513 Ewart Avenue.
The celebration will showcase the region’s rich culture and history with live music from local bluegrass family band “Strings of Green,” a variety of vendors, and refreshments for guests
by LootpressBOONE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) — West Virginia Superintendent of Schools Michele L. Blatt has named Allen Sexton as the new permanent Superintendent of Boone County Schools, effective July 1, 2025. Sexton will succeed interim superintendent Deirdre Cline, who will remain on board to assist with the transition.
Sexton currently serves as the Director of Special Education for Raleigh County Schools, bringing more than 25 years of experience in public education to his new role. His previous positions
by LootpressCHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) — In the wake of severe flash flooding that struck Ohio and Marion counties on June 14, 2025, the West Virginia National Guard (WVNG) has been mobilized to support flood relief efforts. Governor Patrick Morrisey directed the deployment, with troops and equipment arriving on the ground as early as June 16.
Currently, approximately 80 Soldiers and Airmen are active, with 50 more expected to join by the end of June 18. The Guard is assisting with debris removal, traffic
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